CVE-2008-1662: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-1662: Unspecified vulnerability in the HP System Administration Manager (SAM) on HP-UX B.11.11 and B.11.23, when...

Unspecified vulnerability in the HP System Administration Manager (SAM) on HP-UX B.11.11 and B.11.23, when used to configure NFS, might allow remote attackers to read or modify arbitrary files, related to an "empty systems list."

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 08:32 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2008-1662 describes an HP-UX administration flaw that could let a remote attacker read or change files when SAM is used to configure NFS with an empty systems list. The public record does not provide scoring, detailed prerequisites, or confirmed exploitation. Exposure appears limited to legacy HP-UX B.11.11 and B.11.23 systems using SAM for NFS configuration, especially configurations involving an empty systems list. Organizations without HP-UX, SAM, or NFS administration workflows are unlikely to be affected. Prioritize if legacy HP-UX systems remain in production, especially where NFS administration is remotely reachable. The age of the CVE lowers broad internet urgency, but the potential file read or modification impact is material for critical systems. Mitigation focus: Review HP advisory SSRT071466 for the vendor-approved fix or workaround.; Inventory HP-UX B.11.11 and B.11.23 systems using SAM and NFS.; Prioritize remediation for remotely reachable or business-critical HP-UX hosts..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 18:33 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Aug 1, 2008, 14:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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oval:org.mitre.oval:def:5814CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
hp-hpux-sam-weak-security(44119)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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